United Kingdom. Two Miniature General Service Medals 1918-1962 Hold however it was short lived

however it was short lived due to parliament demanding the establishment of a special insignia to distinguish the special merit of the voluntary combatant

Grand Cross Badge: in silver gilt with red enamels

maker marked below coat of arms for W

with a reputation for cruelty among the crew and the many deaths that occurred on board

United Kingdom. Two Miniature General Service Medals 1918-1962 Hold however it was short lived1. General Service Medals 1918 1962, 1 Clasp PALESTINE 1945 48, George VI (in silver, measuring 18 mm in diameter); and 2. General Service Medals 1918 1962, 1 Clasp MALAYA, QEII (in silver, measuring 18. 3 mm in diameter). Un mounted, dark patina on the George VI version, surface wear on the QEII version, original ribbons, extremely fine and very fine, respectively.